Reference Guide to Natural Skincare

Alpha-hydroxy acids:
Natural fruit acids that encourage the shedding of dead surface skin cells and the formation of fresh, new skin cells. Grapes and strawberries are great sources.

Aloe Vera:
Rich in healing nutrients and softens skin. It is soothing, healing, and moisturizing. Pure aloe vera gel can be applied to treat dry skin.

Cucumber:
Contains amino and organic acids that cool and refresh the skin and tighten pores.

Ginkgo biloba:
A antioxident that helps skin stay younger looking.

Glycerine:
A soap byproduct that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.

Witch hazel:
A natural astringent that tones the skin. You can follow all the home facial recipes with witch hazel on a cotton ball or cotton facial pad. It is odd smelling but is the best toner for your skin after cleansing and facials to remove any residue left, refresh the skin, tighten pores and tone. Follow with your favorite facial moisturizer. P.S. NEVER use alcohol on your skin!!!

SUMMERY:

Milks and Milk Powders: Nourish and Moisturize

Clays: Absorb toxins and stimulate circulation. Good circulation improves color of skin and promotes firmness.

Sea and Rose Clay for Normal Skin.
Kaolins or White Clays for Sensitive Skin.
French Green, Bentonite and Red Clays for Oily Skin.

Powders:
Cornmeal: Exfoliant
Milk Powder: Moisturizing

Neem: For acne skin and soothes eczema
Lemon Peel, Orange Peel and Rose Petal powder: Astringents

Vitamin E: Research shows that vitamin E may help in preventing wrinkles. You can add Vitamin E to any of the recipes listed by poking a hole in a vitamin E capsule with a needle and squeezing liquid out, or purchasing Vitamin E liquid in a bottle.